Legendary highlife musician Amakye Dede has made an astonishing revelation that he was forced to crown young highlife and Afrobeat singer Kuami Eugene as the king of future highlife in Ghana.
Speaking on Asaase radio, Amakye Dede said that he did not want to crown Kuami Eugene, but that he was forced to do so.
“I even gave the crown back to them, but they insisted that I had to crown him,” Amakye Dede said.
Ghana Weekend’s Take
Amakye Dede’s actions have drawn attention to the issue of pressure in the music industry. He is a respected figure in the Ghanaian music industry, and his words carry weight. But is revelation is a reminder that even the most successful musicians are not immune to pressure.
It is important for young artists to be aware of the pressures that they may face in the music industry. They should be careful not to make decisions that they will later regret. They should also be supportive of each other and help to create a positive environment for all artists.
